Postharvest : An Introduction to the Physiology and Handling of Fruit, Vegetables and Ornamentals

by R Wills; B McGlasson; D Graham; D Joyce

• ISBN13: 9781845932275
• ISBN10: 1845932277
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-07-26
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Summary

Effective postharvest handling is critical in maintaining the quality and freshness of crops from the time when they are harvested to when they are sold to the consumer.Presented in a new larger format with an expanded colour section, this broad-based introductory level textbook covers the key concepts and practical technologies to slow the inevitable deterioration of harvested produce, including handling, packaging, transport, temperature management and the control of pests and diseases.The 5th edition is updated with current industry developments and practices, including:- A review of ethylene synthesis with mention of genetic control.- Trucking practices updated.- A review of pathology technologies for current relevance to industry; greater emphasis is given to non-chemical methods such as heat treatments, UV radiation and elicitors for wastage control.- A new section on organic produce.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. vi
Acknowledgements	p. viii
Abbreviations	p. ix
Introduction	p. 1
Structure and composition	p. 13
Physiology and biochemistry	p. 28
Effects of temperature	p. 52
Water loss and humidity	p. 67
Storage atmosphere	p. 83
Technology of storage	p. 99
Physiological disorders	p. 117
Pathology	p. 131
Evaluation and management of quality	p. 144
Preparation for market	p. 167
Packaging	p. 187
Commodity storage recommendations	p. 199
Glossary of botanical names	p. 209
Further reading	p. 213
Index	p. 215
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